Montenegro - Amaro Recipe
Make Montenegro - Amaro Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Herbs and Spices
Sweeteners
Flavor Enhancers
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare Alcohol Base
In a large jar or bottle, combine the neutral grain alcohol and water. Stir well to blend.
- 2
- 3
Prepare Sweeteners
In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar and honey with a few tablespoons of water over low heat. Stir until the sugar and honey are dissolved and a syrup forms. Let cool.
- 4
Prepare Flavor Enhancers
Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Combine the seeds with the lemon juice.
Infusion Process
- 5
- 6
Infuse
Let the mixture infuse in a dark, cool place for at least 2 weeks, shaking the jar gently every few days to help the flavors meld.
- 7
Strain Mixture
After 2 weeks, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another clean container to remove the solids.
Final Adjustments
- 8
Sweeten Amaro
Stir the cooled syrup into the strained mixture, adjusting sweetness to taste.
- 9
Add Flavor Enhancers
Add the vanilla seeds and lemon juice to the mixture, stirring well to combine.
- 10
Bottle Amaro
Transfer the finished Montenegro Amaro into clean bottles and seal tightly. Store in a cool, dark place.
